Free events in Central Wisconsin, WI

Elite Trivia brings a quick moving quiz night to Thirsty Arrow in Plover. It is free to play, and top teams take home gift cards. Groups of any size compete using wireless keypads, removing paper answer sheets and trips to the host between questions. A live host keeps the rounds going with engaging questions while music sets the tone. Settle in with food from the menu and take advantage of drink specials as the friendly competition unfolds.

Trivia night at D1 offers seven rounds of play, including a themed round that changes each week. It is free to participate, with opportunities to win complimentary craft beverages.

This free open studio welcomes stitchery enthusiasts to bring a favorite project or begin one on the spot. It provides an easy way to meet fellow stitchers and learn something new in a relaxed setting. Donations are accepted for use of the space, and snacks are provided. For more information, contact Marsha Oberg at marshaoberg@chestnutarts.org.

This in store Dungeons and Dragons session takes place at The Dragon's Roost. Participation is free, and the timing is a little flexible.

Elite Trivia is a lively app-based quiz night at Ryders Roadhouse in Wisconsin Rapids. An in-person host leads the action while players answer on their phones for immediate scoring, creating a quick, paperless experience. Each session blends image clues, short videos, musical elements, and a wide mix of categories. There is no cost to participate, and gift cards are awarded to the top teams. Expect energetic hosting with music and fun moments throughout, plus food and drinks from the venue. A daily bonus is available for extra points.

Point of Jazz, a five-piece jazz group, brings its sound to Great Northern Distilling on the last Friday of each month, presenting a blend of timeless standards, modern selections, and original works. There is no cover charge, and food and beverages are available for purchase.

At Hoozels at The Lakes, DJ Bingo swaps traditional number calls for music, turning each round into a playlist-powered game. Players can win prizes and cash, and every event features a cash jackpot. Participation is free, with optional extra cards available for $5 each, and all of those proceeds go straight into the jackpot. Raffles offer additional chances at cash winnings, creating a lively night of tunes and friendly competition.

Hosted by the Emmett Strong Sunshine Foundation, this third annual blood drive focuses on childhood cancer awareness at the Boys & Girls Club of the Wausau Area. Donations collected support people facing emergencies, surgeries, cancer treatments, and blood disorders. One donation can help multiple patients, and the last two years reached record totals, motivating an even greater effort this time. Beyond the lifesaving impact, the event offers a welcoming community setting with free childcare provided at the venue, a selection of food, information tables from local support organizations, and booths featuring businesses that back children and families affected by cancer. The day centers on hope, support, and making a meaningful difference together.

Back for the fall in Rapids, Strategic returns to the Wisconsin Rapids Farmers Market.

The Dragon's Roost hosts a casual Lorcana League session where participation and registration are free. This gathering features a movie deck theme, encouraging decks built around film franchises. During league hours, players can take part in matches or complete side quests to earn stamps for in-store play. Promotional items are awarded at the end of each month based on stamp totals and attendance.